Since I can’t seem to sit still or because I’m in a creative burst of time, I’m starting a new photo project on manhood. It’s inspired by my I AM WOMAN photo essay project as well as my neighbors for the last three and half years in Milwaukee, WI. The neighbors will have a specialContinueContinue reading “I’M A MAN Project”
Tag Archives: Identity
Learning to Trust Myself Again
These last several years of my life have been about relearning, revisiting, rewriting and starting over. I spent well over a decade prior to this phase letting go of people, hopes, dreams and ideas. All of life is a process and I’ve generally stopped fighting against my cycles years ago. The New Gig The dayContinueContinue reading “Learning to Trust Myself Again”
My Crown for a Hug
A review of Spare by Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex In no way can I claim to be a follower or supporter of the British royal family, yet, after the death of Princess Diana, Prince Harry’s mother, I, like many others around the world touched on media updates to see how her lads were doing.ContinueContinue reading “My Crown for a Hug“
Poem: Have I ever loved?
Who am I if not A creature created in the Image of love? But what is an image If not a facsimile? Non-original Incapable of being Authentic If love is a reaction to receiving For we love because We have first been loved Then what of the love That was supposed to pour into me?ContinueContinue reading “Poem: Have I ever loved?”
Is Who You Think You Are Your True Self?
Is who you think you are your true self? Some thoughts on the way a new co-worker is representing herself.
Things to consider:
✴️Point of origin is not final destination.
✴️Our expectations are what we look to fulfill. Reduce disappointments by changing/eliminating your expectations.
Looking back to move forward
August is a month of reflection and celebration. All this year I’ve been looking back. Mostly at the history of America as it relates to descendents of the American slave trade, including legacy systems, and Black Women. I’ve returned to old homes and old jobs. I’ve committed to finishing unfinished work. Now my mind andContinueContinue reading “Looking back to move forward”
Marriage & Relationship: Dorina’s Testimony & Baptism
For those who followed the Marriage & Relationship Series, you’ll remember my friend Dorina. She joined the #Zoom discussions from Madrid, Spain where she’s been living for the last few years. The discussions did not focus on our personal relationships by design. However, in this recorded YouTube livestream, she shares some of her story beforeContinueContinue reading “Marriage & Relationship: Dorina’s Testimony & Baptism”
Kingdom of Heaven (ACAD: Matthew 8)
When Jesus[a] had come down from the mountain, great crowds followed him; and there was a leper[b] who came to him and knelt before him, saying, “Lord, if you choose, you can make me clean.” He stretched out his hand and touched him, saying, “I do choose. Be made clean!” Immediately his leprosy[c] was cleansed. Then Jesus said toContinueContinue reading “Kingdom of Heaven (ACAD: Matthew 8)”
Complete in Christ (ACAD: Colossians 2)
For I want you to know how much I am struggling for you, and for those in Laodicea, and for all who have not seen me face to face. I want their hearts to be encouraged and united in love, so that they may have all the riches of assured understanding and have the knowledgeContinueContinue reading “Complete in Christ (ACAD: Colossians 2)”
Video MR2.0: Marriage & Relationship Series Intro
This first video for the Marriage & Relationship: Modern Concepts vs. Biblical Principles series is an introduction of me (LaShawnda), my company and the study series. I also begin to explore the importance of naming. Each meeting is focused on one or two Biblical couples. We explore the main theme, elements, issues and lessons ofContinueContinue reading “Video MR2.0: Marriage & Relationship Series Intro”
Harvest Life 